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8/7/2017

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7/6/2016

Good for a quick bite, but limited space inside (only two bars), they have tables outside though. Tried: Steakeggs with fries and taco boxLOTS of fries underneath two fried eggs and steak, with a small amount of salsa made fresh at the place. Steak was very tender and well seasoned which was the highlight of the food. Other components of the item can't really go that wrong anyway. Tacos were nice and packed with fillings inside. People say the staff here are really nice and friendly...I found them just normal. They were not rude or cold, but average service. Overall, generous portions, cheap, OK food (nothing special).

Steak and eggs with fries and three hard shell tacos

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12/2/2016

Awesome neighbourhood spot in Leslieville, it's a place where everybody knows your name. When I walked in, I was warmly greeted and I proceeded to order their Chilean influenced tacos with pork. It was filled with pork, avocados, tomatoes, and all the other ingredients you would expect to find in an authentic Chilean completo sandwich.Each of the tacos was stuffed with ingredients. Bonus points for staff who know a lot of the patrons who come in by name, and creates a sense of community. Coady street should be proud to have Completo as its neighbour.

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1/29/2018

Steak box

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"Went there on a Thursday evening after 8pm. - There are many students/youngsters there, some of them doing homeworks, some surfing on laptop (there's outlet to charge your phone/laptop), and others…"
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"I just went here today for my dad's birthday and I was first to arrive. I asked the waitress nicely if they can do something special for my dad since it's his big day. She said I'll see what I can do and ask…"
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